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Ka-29 Helix-B vs Mi-8 Hip

Kamov Ka-29 Helix-B military helicopters side profile drawing
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Mil Mi-8 Hip military helicopters side profile drawing
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Specifications
Ka-29 Helix-B Mi-8 Hip
Origin country 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov Mil
First flight 24 December 1973 24 June 1961
Year introduced 1987 1967
Number produced 60 units 17000 units
Average unit price -- $4 million
Wing area 392.2 m² -- m²
Wingspan 15.8 m 21.3 m
Height 5.5 m 5.7 m
Length 11.3 m 25.2 m
Maximum speed 270 km/h 250 km/h
Operational range 980 km 495 km
Service ceiling 5,000 m 4,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg 12,000 kg
Empty weight 6,500 kg 7,160 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,660 kW 2 x 1,119 kW
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Overview

The Ka-29 Helix-B and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the Ka-29 Helix-B vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-29 Helix-B has an operational range of 980 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-29 Helix-B operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip.

The Ka-29 Helix-B has been produced in 60 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 12 years before the Ka-29 Helix-B (1961 vs 1973).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-29 Helix-B is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-29 Helix-B has a longer range at 980 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-29 Helix-B has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Ka-29 Helix-B's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Ka-29 Helix-B's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 20 years before the Ka-29 Helix-B which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 60 units of the Ka-29 Helix-B.